Ocasio-Cortez Energizes Democratic National Convention

During her speech at the Democratic National Convention, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) delivered a passionate endorsement for Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, while also calling for a ceasefire in Gaza amidst the ongoing conflict that has resulted in significant casualties. Ocasio-Cortez's address was received with enthusiastic chants from the crowd, highlighting her evolution from a progressive outsider to a key player within the Democratic Party. She notably responded to conservative attacks by embracing her past as a bartender, emphasizing the dignity of working-class jobs. The reception she garnered and her prominent speaking slot indicate a shift in the Democratic strategy to embrace progressive figures like her. Despite acknowledging the Gaza conflict, her speech largely focused on rallying support for Democratic candidates against Republican opposition. The atmosphere at the convention suggested a unified front among Democrats, with Ocasio-Cortez symbolizing the party's commitment to address working-class issues.